Boswin Robotics Team 17924A Wins the Amaze Award at Caledon Qualifier as Other Teams Deliver Strong Performances
The Caledon V5RC Qualifier was a major success for Boswin Robotics, showcasing the strength, consistency, and competitive growth of all three VEX V5 teams. Across qualification matches, skills challenges, and alliance selection, Teams 17924A, 17924B, and 17924M demonstrated high-level engineering, strategic thinking, and teamwork.
The headline achievement came from Team 17924A, who earned the Amaze Award, placed first in Skills, and climbed to an impressive 52nd place in the world for VEX Skills. At the same event, Team 17924B finished 6th in qualification rankings, earning the role of alliance captain, while Team 17924M also earned the distinction of becoming an alliance captain. Together, these accomplishments highlight the depth and competitiveness of the Boswin Robotics program.
Team 17924A Wins the Amaze Award and Reaches the Global Stage
The Amaze Award is presented to teams that demonstrate outstanding robot design, advanced programming, and exceptional performance in Skills Challenges. Winning this award signals that a team has reached a high standard of engineering excellence and consistency.
At the Caledon V5RC Qualifier, Team 17924A delivered exactly that. Their robot performed with speed, precision, and reliability during both autonomous and driver-controlled Skills runs, allowing them to secure first place in Skills.
What First Place in Skills Means
Skills Challenges are often considered the most direct measurement of a team’s engineering capability. Unlike standard matches, there are no alliance partners. Every point comes from the team’s own robot design, programming quality, and driving control. Placing first in Skills shows that 17924A built a robot capable of scoring efficiently and consistently under pressure.
Their performance at Caledon pushed them to 52nd in the world in VEX Skills rankings, placing them among the top-performing teams globally. This achievement reflects not only competition-day success but also months of focused testing, refinement, and disciplined practice.
Engineering Excellence Behind the Award
17924A’s success came from careful mechanical design, well-tuned autonomous routines, and a clear understanding of the game strategy. The team continuously tested different approaches, tracked results, and made improvements based on data and performance feedback. Their Amaze Award win recognizes both the robot on the field and the thoughtful engineering process behind it.
Team 17924B Finishes 6th in Qualifications and Becomes an Alliance Captain
Team 17924B had an outstanding showing at the Caledon V5RC Qualifier, finishing 6th in qualification rankings. This strong placement earned them the role of alliance captain, a position that reflects both competitive success and strategic trust from other teams.
Consistent Match Performance
Throughout qualification matches, 17924B demonstrated reliable scoring, strong driver control, and smart decision-making. Their robot performed consistently across different match scenarios, allowing them to accumulate enough wins and ranking points to secure a top-six finish.
Their ability to adapt to different alliance partners and field situations played a key role in their success. Strong communication and quick adjustments helped them remain competitive throughout the event.
Leadership as an Alliance Captain
Becoming an alliance captain is about more than ranking. It requires understanding the strengths of other teams, building effective strategies, and making decisions under pressure. 17924B embraced this leadership role, showing maturity and confidence during alliance selection and playoff preparation.
Their performance at Caledon demonstrated that they are not only a technically capable team but also one with strong strategic awareness.
Team 17924M Earns Alliance Captain Status
Team 17924M also delivered a strong performance at the Caledon V5RC Qualifier, earning their place as an alliance captain. This achievement reflects their competitive consistency and their ability to perform well across qualification matches.
Strong Execution on the Field
17924M’s robot handled the demands of competition well, showing stable performance and effective scoring throughout the day. Their match results earned them a ranking position high enough to take on a leadership role during alliance selection.
Growth Through High-Level Competition
Serving as an alliance captain gave 17924M valuable experience in strategy development, team coordination, and playoff preparation. These are critical skills in competitive robotics, and the experience gained at Caledon will play an important role in their continued development throughout the season.
What These Results Say About Boswin Robotics
The success of all three teams at the Caledon V5RC Qualifier highlights the strength of the Boswin Robotics competitive program. Students are not just building robots. They are learning how to think like engineers, strategists, and leaders.
Hands-On Engineering and Real Competition
Boswin Robotics emphasizes hands-on learning, where students design, test, refine, and improve their robots through repeated iteration. Competition provides real feedback, helping students understand what works, what does not, and how to improve.
Skills That Go Beyond Robotics
Through VEX V5 competition, students develop problem-solving abilities, teamwork, communication, and resilience. Even though artificial intelligence is not formally taught, students naturally work with concepts that connect to it, such as sensors, automation logic, and data-driven decision-making.
A Culture of Growth and Excellence
Whether achieving a world-ranked Skills result or stepping into an alliance captain role, Boswin Robotics teams are encouraged to push themselves and learn from every event. The Caledon Qualifier showed that this culture is producing strong, confident competitors.
Looking Ahead
The Caledon V5RC Qualifier was an important milestone for Boswin Robotics. Team 17924A’s Amaze Award and global Skills ranking, combined with 17924B’s and 17924M’s alliance captain roles, demonstrate the depth and potential of the program.
As the VEX season continues, Boswin Robotics teams will keep refining their robots, improving their strategies, and building on the momentum gained at Caledon. With continued focus and dedication, even greater achievements are ahead.